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Harstad

City in Troms, Norway

Overview

Harstad, set along Norway's northern fjords, is a charming coastal city known for its stunning natural surroundings, lively cultural scene, and warm community. As a gateway to the Lofoten Islands and the Arctic, it's a favorite for outdoor activities, festivals, and northern lights viewing.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Norway
County
Troms
Population
25,167
Time Zone
Europe/Oslo
Coordinates
68.80°, 16.53°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
93
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,640
Local Cost
$1,720
Local Income
$2,950
Cashless
97
English
85
Temperature
3.7°C
Summer Avg
10.9°C
Winter Avg
-2.3°C
Record High
25.9°C
Record Low
-16.4°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
1243 mm
Internet Speed
296 Mbps
Upload
284 Mbps
Latency
7 ms
City Vibrancy
17
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
9
Parks
4
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
EVE
Distance
35 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 9 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.

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